18731039. MULTI-PORTION REPLACEMENT HEART VALVE PROSTHESIS simplified abstract (EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES CORPORATION)

MULTI-PORTION REPLACEMENT HEART VALVE PROSTHESIS

Organization Name

EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES CORPORATION

Inventor(s)

Travis Zenyo Oba of Yorba Linda CA (US)

Matthew A. Peterson of Costa Mesa CA (US)

Glen T. Rabito of Lake Forest CA (US)

Alexander H. Cooper of Costa Mesa CA (US)

David Robert Landon of Huntington Beach CA (US)

Jeremy Brent (aka J. Brent) Ratz of Winchester MA (US)

Seung-Beom Yi of Mission Viejo CA (US)

MULTI-PORTION REPLACEMENT HEART VALVE PROSTHESIS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18731039 titled 'MULTI-PORTION REPLACEMENT HEART VALVE PROSTHESIS

The self-expanding prosthetic heart valve described in the patent application consists of an inner frame and an outer sealing frame, with the outer frame having a D-shape cross-section to conform to the shape of a native heart valve annulus. Anchors are positioned outwardly from the outer sealing frame to anchor to native leaflets, securing them between the anchors and the outer surface of the outer sealing frame. A valve body within the inner frame provides a one-way valve mechanism to replace the function of the native leaflets, making it suitable for replacing a native tricuspid valve.

• Inner frame and outer sealing frame design
• D-shape cross-section of the outer frame
• Anchors for securing native leaflets
• Valve body for one-way valve mechanism
• Additional anchoring mechanism for stability

Potential Applications: - Replacement of native tricuspid valve function - Treatment of heart valve diseases - Cardiac surgery procedures

Problems Solved: - Addressing issues with native heart valve function - Providing a stable and effective prosthetic heart valve solution

Benefits: - Improved cardiac function - Enhanced patient outcomes - Minimally invasive surgical options

Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Self-Expanding Prosthetic Heart Valve for Cardiac Surgery This technology can be used in medical device manufacturing companies, hospitals, and cardiac surgery centers to provide advanced treatment options for patients with heart valve conditions.

Questions about the Self-Expanding Prosthetic Heart Valve: 1. How does the D-shape cross-section of the outer frame contribute to the functionality of the prosthetic heart valve? 2. What are the potential long-term benefits of using this self-expanding prosthetic heart valve in cardiac surgery procedures?

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Original Abstract Submitted

A self-expanding prosthetic heart valve includes an inner frame and an outer sealing frame. A lower region of the outer sealing frame is coupled to a lower region of the inner frame. At least a portion of the outer frame has a D-shape cross-section for conforming to a shape of a native heart valve annulus. Elongate anchors are positioned outwardly from the outer sealing frame for anchoring to native leaflets. Preferably, the native leaflets are secured between the anchors and an outer surface of the outer sealing frame. A valve body is positioned within an interior lumen of the inner frame and provides a one-way valve mechanism for replacing the function of the native leaflets. For additional stability, a further anchoring mechanism may extend from the inner frame for attachment to a heart wall. The prosthetic heart valve is well-suited for replacing the function of a native tricuspid valve.